When Trader Celeste tasks you with restoring power to flooded solar panels in Arc Raiders, she’s offering more than just another fetch quest—she’s providing an opportunity to earn substantial experience and valuable equipment. The After Rain Comes quest combines straightforward objectives with tactical challenges, requiring preparation, situational awareness, and quick execution to succeed.
Table of Contents
Arc Raiders: Quest Overview
| Element | Details |
|---|---|
| Quest Giver | Trader Celeste (Speranza) |
| Location | Buried City – Grandioso Apartments |
| Map Region | West side, left of Plaza Rosa |
| Difficulty | Easy to Moderate |
| Primary Threat | Other Raiders (PvP) |
| ARC Threat Level | Low |
| Completion Time | 5-10 minutes (with materials) |
| Vulnerability Period | Repair interaction (several seconds) |
Mission Requirements & Rewards
| Category | Item | Quantity/Value |
|---|---|---|
| Required Materials | Wires | 5 |
| Required Materials | Batteries | 2 |
| Experience Reward | XP | 24,000 |
| Item Reward | Showstoppers | 2 |
Quest Objectives Breakdown
The After Rain Comes quest features two straightforward objectives:
- Locate the flooded solar panels near Grandioso Apartments
- Repair the solar panels using electrical components
While the objectives appear simple, successful completion requires tactical planning and resource management.
Finding the Solar Panels
Navigate to the Buried City map and head to the western side. The Grandioso Apartments sit directly left of Plaza Rosa, positioned on the opposite side of the Abandoned Highway—making them relatively easy to locate with basic map knowledge.
Detailed Location
Once you reach the Grandioso Apartments area, move to the side of the building complex. You’ll find a series of solar panels on the ground level, partially covered with sand. The key landmark is a yellow electrical box positioned below another set of panels, marked with an unmistakable Electrical icon.
The panels are clearly visible and don’t require extensive searching, but situational awareness is crucial. This area can attract other players seeking the same objective or simply passing through, creating potential PvP encounters.
Gathering Essential Materials
Before attempting repairs, ensure you have the necessary electrical components:
5x Wires: Common electrical components found throughout Buried City in industrial containers, electrical boxes, and buildings with technological equipment
2x Batteries: Power sources typically located in residential areas, vehicles, and storage facilities
Material Acquisition Strategies
Pre-Mission Preparation: The smartest approach involves gathering materials before accepting the quest. Stock your inventory with Wires and Batteries during regular raids, eliminating the need for on-site collection during the vulnerable repair phase.
On-Site Collection: If you arrive unprepared, Buried City offers abundant electrical component spawns. Check nearby buildings, vehicles, and industrial areas. However, this approach increases exposure time in a potentially contested area.
For insights into resource management in extraction shooters, understanding when to prepare versus improvise can significantly impact mission success rates.
The Repair Process
Once you’ve confirmed you have all materials and cleared the immediate vicinity of threats, approach the yellow electrical box below the solar panels.
Interaction Mechanics
Initiating the repair consumes your 5 Wires and 2 Batteries immediately. The repair process takes several seconds, during which you’re completely vulnerable—unable to move, shoot, or defend yourself effectively.
Critical Vulnerability Window: The multi-second repair duration represents your highest risk period. Any interruption—whether from ARC enemies or hostile Raiders—cancels the process, forcing you to restart and potentially consume additional materials if you’re forced to disengage and return.
Security Protocol
Pre-Repair Sweep: Before starting repairs, thoroughly scout the surrounding area. Check rooftops, nearby buildings, and approach routes for hostile players.
Team Coordination: If running with teammates, position security personnel to cover approaches while one player handles repairs.
Timing Consideration: Repair during off-peak hours or early in raid cycles when fewer players are present in the area.
Escape Route: Always identify your extraction path before committing to repairs. If interrupted, you need immediate options for tactical withdrawal.
Threat Assessment
The After Rain Comes quest features relatively low ARC enemy presence, making mechanical enemies less concerning than in other missions. However, the real danger comes from other Raiders.
The Grandioso Apartments location, while not a high-tier loot area, sees regular player traffic due to its central-west position. Players moving between Plaza Rosa and western extraction points often pass through this zone.
PvP Considerations: Avoid carrying valuable loot during this quest run. Travel light, prioritize stealth, and focus solely on quest completion. Engaging in unnecessary combat increases failure risk and extends vulnerable exposure time.
Step-by-Step Completion Strategy
Phase One: Preparation
- Accept quest from Trader Celeste in Speranza
- Ensure inventory contains 5 Wires and 2 Batteries
- Equip appropriate gear for potential PvP encounters
Phase Two: Navigation
- Load into Buried City
- Navigate to western map region
- Locate Grandioso Apartments (left of Plaza Rosa)
- Move to building side where solar panels are located
Phase Three: Security
- Scout surrounding area for hostile players and ARC enemies
- Clear immediate threats if necessary
- Identify extraction route
Phase Four: Repair Execution
- Approach yellow electrical box below solar panels
- Initiate repair interaction
- Remain stationary during repair process
- Monitor surroundings for incoming threats
Phase Five: Extraction
- Upon completion, immediately move to extraction point
- Return to Speranza
- Report to Trader Celeste for rewards
Maximizing Reward Value
The 24,000 experience points represent significant progression, especially for newer players working toward unlocking traders and equipment. The two Showstoppers provide valuable combat assets for future raids.
Visit the official Arc Raiders website for updates on quest changes and community strategies.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Where exactly are the solar panels located for the After Rain Comes quest in Arc Raiders?
A: The flooded solar panels are located at Grandioso Apartments in Buried City, on the west side of the map, directly left of Plaza Rosa and across the Abandoned Highway. Once you reach the Grandioso Apartments, go to the side of the building where you’ll find solar panels on the ground covered with sand. Look for a yellow electrical box below another set of panels marked with an Electrical icon—this is your repair location. The panels are easy to spot once you’re in the correct area.
Q: What materials do I need to repair the solar panels, and what rewards do I get for completing the quest?
A: You need exactly 5 Wires and 2 Batteries to repair the solar panels. These electrical components are consumed during the repair process, which takes several seconds and leaves you vulnerable to interruption. Successfully completing the After Rain Comes quest rewards you with 24,000 Experience Points and 2 Showstoppers. The main challenge is protecting yourself during the repair process, as any interruption cancels it. It’s recommended to clear the area of enemies and other Raiders before starting the repair, and ideally bring the materials with you rather than gathering them on-site.
